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Delhi Fire Sevice Act

Levy of fire tax

In force Act 2 of 2009 As on 19 Oct 2026

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Act 2 of 2009

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Section 20 of Delhi Fire Sevice Act deals with levy of fire tax. The Government may levy a fire tax on lands and buildings which are situated in any area in which this Act is in force and on which property tax by whatever name called is levied by any local authority in that area.

Levy of fire tax - (1) The Government may levy a fire tax on lands and buildings which are situated in any area in which this Act is in force and on which property tax by whatever name called is levied by any local authority in that area.

(2) The fire tax shall be levied in the form of a surcharge on the property tax at such rate in terms of percentage of such property tax as the Government may by notification in the Official Gazette, determine from time to time.

Section 20, Delhi Fire Sevice Act (Act 2 of 2009).

Questions about Section 20

What does Section 20 of the Delhi Fire Sevice Act deal with?

Section 20 of the Delhi Fire Sevice Act is headed "Levy of fire tax". The Government may levy a fire tax on lands and buildings which are situated in any area in which this Act is in force and on which property tax by whatever name called is levied by any local authority in that area.

How do I find court cases under Section 20 of the Delhi Fire Sevice Act?

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When was the Delhi Fire Sevice Act enacted?

Delhi Fire Sevice Act was enacted in 2009 as Act 2 of 2009. India Code records no commencement date for it. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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